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Now Playing - The Movie Review Podcast

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Frankenstein
Maze Runner
Watchmen
Body Double
Hitchcock
Brian De Palma
Dracula
Mary Shelley
Boris Karloff
Son Of Frankenstein
Alfred Hitchcock
Hollywood
Teresa
DC Comics
German Expressionism
American Film History
The Bride Of Frankenstein
James Whale
Rear Window
Porn Industry

Three playful movie reviewers break down a wide variety of film franchises by dedicating a podcast to every single sequel, remake, reboot, and spin-off in a series. Conversations are in-depth and cover production history, literary sources, gossip, merchandising, and good old fashioned personal opinion with loads of humor and critical insight. No cinematic universe is too obscure or sacred!

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Recent Guests

Donnie Wahlberg
Actor and singer known as a member of New Kids on the Block
Episode: Dreamcatcher
Damian Lewis
British actor known for roles in Homeland and Band of Brothers
Episode: Dreamcatcher
Morgan Freeman
Academy Award-winning actor known for roles in The Shawshank Redemption
Episode: Dreamcatcher
Thomas Jane
American actor known for roles in The Punisher and Deep Blue Sea
Episode: Dreamcatcher
Ben Wang
Young actor portraying Li Fong
Episode: Karate Kid: Legends
Joshua Jackson
Actor known for his roles in television series including Dawson's Creek
Episode: Karate Kid: Legends
Jackie Chan
Iconic martial artist and actor
Episode: Karate Kid: Legends
Ming-Na Wen
Actress and voice artist, known for Mulan and several TV roles
Episode: Karate Kid: Legends
Sean Reng
Patron who picked 'The Green Inferno' for review
Episode: The Green Inferno

Hosts

Arnie
Co-host and producer, known for his humor and passionate views on film.
Stuart
Co-host and a primary reviewer, he offers critical insights into films.
Brock
Co-host and another primary reviewer bringing unique perspectives to each episode.
Justin
Co-host known for his insights and humor in discussions.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 4.1k ratings
  • Skip

    Just old men yelling at clouds. No good takes. Ignorant of comic history. Wrong takes at every turn.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    HawkkRed
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great Show! But…

    Does Arnie always have to be such a letch? It’s irritating and gross how often he needs to stop the show to comment about how hot women in movies are. Everyone else can keep their tongues in their mouths, but Arnie is literally drooling on the microphone in so many episodes (The 007 series, Fast & Furious series, etc.).

    I show up to hear people discuss movies, not hear Arnie’s spank bank roster.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    MAL3887
    United Statesa month ago
  • Such a good podcast

    Triple thumbs up 👍👍👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    funnies101
    Australiaa month ago
  • Painful

    It’s painful to listen to people talk about movies when they have no real insight. It’s like going to IMDB. Who cares what a film grossed over the weekend? And the episode on The French Connection was laughable.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Thermalkat
    United States2 months ago
  • Privilege White Folk of little talent.

    Stop reviewing Black entertainment and Community efforts.

    You’re not helping the Black communities with your sad and Basic movie Reviews.

    Not invited to the Barbecue.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jack_Harkness
    United States3 months ago

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Overall, fans love the nostalgic references and the detailed exploration of various film franchises.
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The Conjuring: Last Rites
Q: Do you recommend The Conjuring: Last Rites?
While it's tedious and doesn't offer much scares, it's a send-off for the characters we've followed, so it gets a mild recommend.
Thunderbolts*
Q: What do we think of the character Bob?
Bob's character represents the themes of mental health and community within the group.
Thunderbolts*
Q: Is this going to be a new Avengers team?
The film hints at that potential while exploring the complexities of the characters.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3
Q: So we are back with Sonic 3. Did not see this as a holiday movie.
When they announced that this was coming out so close to Christmas, I'm like, this feels more like a spring summer franchise.
Disturbia
Q: Do you recommend Disturbia?
A weak recommend, it has some entertainment value despite its logical issues.

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What is Now Playing about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A group of hosts analyzes and critiques a diverse range of movies, focusing on various film franchises and their sequels, remakes, reboots, and spin-offs. Each episode features in-depth discussions that encompass not only the films' plots and character developments but also their production histories, literary inspirations, and even gossip from the industry. The hosts deliver their perspectives with a blend of humor and critical analysis, making the content engaging for listeners who appreciate both insightful reviews and lighthearted banter. With a commitment to exploring every avenue of cinematic narrative, the podcast covers everything from mainstream hits to niche selections, ensuring there's something for every movie trailer aficionado... more

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2. Damian Lewis
3. Morgan Freeman
4. Thomas Jane
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7. Jackie Chan
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